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Director of Internal Audits

Atlanta, GA

We are seeking a visionary, strategic leader to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, transforming audit insights into actionable opportunities for operational excellence. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Director of Internal Audit will lead our internal audit function to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. We invite you to leverage your expertise to shape our professional culture and organizational future through the leadership of a high-impact team, the proactive identification of risks, and the development of robust frameworks that safeguard our long-term success.

Job Description:

The Director of Internal Audit manages the full scope of the organization?s auditing activities, delivering critical insights to the agency?s leadership team.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Audit planning and execution – Manage or conduct advanced-level performance, operational, financial, and compliance audit projects.
Oversight and quality assurance – Review and approve detailed, tailored audit programs to ensure all objectives are met effectively.
Team leadership and development – Evaluate auditor performance, provide on-the-job training, mentoring, and counseling.
Strategic partnership and compliance – Engage staff, managers, and leadership to provide consulting and project management services that consistently add value and improve outcomes related to organizational objectives.